Social Sciences incorporating ICS
Applications of Mathematics National 5
Campus Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Evening
Duration 41 weeks
Start date
Aug 2022
Cost
£333
(see funding options)
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Course overview
This course explores the applications of mathematical techniques and skills in everyday situations including financial matters, statistics and measurement. The skills, knowledge and understanding you will learn in this course will support learning in other curriculum areas such as technology, health and wellbeing, science and social science.
Course Fees: £333 per subject. Fees will be confirmed when the application has been processed.
Applications and enrolments open in May 2023 for the August courses. Please apply early for this popular course.
What you will learn
- Analyse real-life situations and problems involving mathematics
- Identify valid mathematical operational skills to tackle real-life problems
- Select and apply numeracy skills
- Select and apply skills in finance, statistics, measurement, geometry, graphical data and probability
- Use mathematical reasoning skills to draw conclusions or justify decisions
- Communicate mathematical information in an appropriate way
How the course is assessed
- Ongoing internal assessments to monitor progress
- External assessment (undertaken on campus) encompassing two question papers on the breadth of knowledge and skills you have acquired across the course
- Use of a calculator will be permitted in one of the question papers
Number of days per week
- Tuesday evening 6-9pm at Sighthill campus
Dates and times above can be subject to change.
Entry requirements
- National 4 Mathematics
- National 4 Applications of Maths (or equivalent)
- Applicants should identify clearly the reason for studying their chosen subject in their course application
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- You may be invited to sit a diagnostic test to assess your knowledge and suitability for the course
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- National 5 Applications of Mathematics is accepted for entry at many universities for primary teaching, PGDE, Social Sciences, Nursing and many other courses
- Please check with the university you are considering applying to that this qualification will be accepted as an alternative to National 5 Mathematic (if not stated on course entry requirements)
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Evening | 30/08/22 | 41 Weeks |
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